Q: What should I wear and where can I find clothes for a summer, European Honeymoon?

by Colleen Geary, fashion stylist and image consultant

Rule One: Pack lightly. You’ll be traveling from city to city, and the last thing you’re going to want is to be weighed down by a group of giant suitcases. As with any trip, you’re going to want a good set of foundation clothes—basics—to mix and match. But since it’s Europe, and since it’s your honeymoon, you’re going to want some extra special pieces to make your outfit as radiant as you are. Here’s seven items to get you started with your honeymoon packing:

The Cotton BlouseAntique Print Emily Blouse | $74 at J CrewStyle tip? Europe is not as well air conditioned as America—so you will want to wear light clothing.The Sophisticated SweaterBR Monogram Cotton Sweater Jacket | $85 at Banana RepublicCover up with a sweater with elegant details.

A few other things to have in your bag? A pair of comfortable sandals, a good sized handbag, an electrical current transformer for your hairdryer and other gadgets, and a beautiful perfume that makes you feel gorgeous. And don’t forget your lingerie and a sexy nightie. Bon voyage!

Glad you like the clothes…they make me want to take a summer European vacation too

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Mimi | April 3rd, 2008 at 2:49 pm

My advice for European travel is to leave the big white athletic sneakers at home (very “American tourist”). Go with stylish, comfortable walking flats instead.

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Brianna | April 3rd, 2008 at 6:05 pm

Don’t forget the sex toys!

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Nathalie | April 7th, 2008 at 12:02 pm

If you’ll be making a stop in Paris, I would highly suggest purchasing your bright scarf there - there are so many scarf street vendors with cheap CHEAP (5-10 euros) and very pretty scarves that it’s worth not packing one until you get there. So leave a bit of room in your suitcase if you can!